Our Company
Arbor Assays is a proudly employee-owned company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, dedicated to delivering high-quality detection and immunoassay kits.
Our mission is to equip researchers and scientists worldwide with high-quality scientific tools and support their objectives with unparalleled customer service.
Employee Ownership
On January 1, 2017, Arbor Assays became the world’s first employee-owned life sciences company through a perpetual employee benefit trust (EBT).
As employee-owners, we are driven not by investor demand, but rather by a shared sense of responsibility to each other, our customers, our community, and our planet. This unique structure allows us to prioritize your scientific needs so you get the results you need quickly and reliably with each and every assay.
Community and Environmental Commitment
At Arbor Assays, our commitment reaches beyond the lab. We’re passionate about giving back to our community and protecting the environment. We donate a tree for every kit sold through partnerships like One Tree Planted, supporting reforestation projects worldwide.
Our dedication to advancing health research is also at the core of our mission. With our Research the Cure™ program, a portion of proceeds from each kit goes to support important medical research initiatives each year. Additionally, our You Publish, We Donate program adds $25 to Research the Cure for every published paper citing one of our kits—helping us fuel scientific discovery while supporting vital causes.
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MISSION, VISION, VALUES
Our Mission
We exist to make science easier and more accessible — by creating trusted assay kits and fostering a workplace where every employee-owner is committed to the success of our customers and each other.
Our Vision
To empower scientists everywhere with innovative tools, deep support, and a business model that values people as much as progress.
Our Values
Customer Focus – We listen closely to our customers and shape our products around their needs, always aiming to deliver lasting results and satisfaction.
Trust – We believe in transparency, honesty, and keeping our word in every interaction and every assay we produce.
Collaboration – We work together across teams and with our customers, knowing that shared ideas lead to better science.
Resourcefulness – We meet challenges with creativity and determination, using what we have to find smart, effective solutions.
Responsibility – We take ownership of our work, our results, and our impact because science depends on it. explore opportunities to help ensure that diverse perspectives continue to shape the future of biotechnology.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At Arbor Assays, we believe scientific innovation thrives when diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences come together. As an employee-owned company dedicated to advancing scientific research, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background—feel valued, heard, and empowered.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) extends beyond our workforce to the researchers, partners, and communities we serve. To that end, we actively work to:
- Support Researchers and Scientists by fostering professional connections, mentoring, and access to industry expertise.
- Promote Inclusive Research & Development by striving to select vendors and partners from underrepresented communities.
- Engage with Communities by promoting STEM learning and opportunities to support our local start-up community.
At Arbor Assays, DEI is not an initiative driven by external influences—it is a core value that drives better science and solutions for the world. We recognize that recent budget cuts to DEI initiatives have impacted many researchers, limiting groundbreaking work that benefits us all.If you or your research has been affected by recent changes in DEI funding, we encourage you to reach out. Please contact our Customer Service Team at info@arborassays.com to discuss how we can support you through collaboration, mentorship, and networking opportunities.We are eager to explore opportunities to help ensure that diverse perspectives continue to shape the future of biotechnology.
join us
Looking to join a team dedicated to scientific progress and impact? While we may not always have open positions, we invite you to check back on our Careers Page regularly for new opportunities. We’re excited to see what fresh perspectives and talents can bring to Arbor Assays—maybe it’s you!
contact us
Have questions about sales, technical details, ideas for new kits or sample types? Reach out—we’re here to help and always eager to support your research needs.
